I'm a purple person
Takeaways:
- In this episode of The Daily Note, we dive into the idea of being purple, which reflects a blend of perspectives beyond the typical blue and red extremes.
- James A. Brown passionately describes being a 'purple person', emphasizing that it's about maturity in discussions rather than neutrality or indecision.
- The color purple symbolizes the space where civil discourse happens after the noise of partisan shouting fades away, making room for thoughtful conversation.
- We explore how personal freedom and community responsibilities can coexist, showcasing the importance of balance in our beliefs and values.
- Brown highlights the importance of recognizing government overreach, advocating for a middle ground that isn’t just mushy, but a place for mature dialogue.
- Lastly, we invite listeners to join the conversation and share their thoughts, reminding everyone that being purple is about embracing complexity, not shying away from it.
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Transcript
This is the Daily Note.
Speaker A:I'm James A.
Speaker A:Brown.
Speaker A:I'm a purple person and proud of it.
Speaker A:Not blue, not red.
Speaker A:Purple on purpose.
Speaker A:It's the color that happens when the shouting stops long enough for people to realize they're not ideologically pure.
Speaker A:It doesn't mean I'm neutral.
Speaker A:It means I'm tired of pretending that every issue has only two answers.
Speaker A:I believe in personal freedom and community, responsibility, law and order and mercy.
Speaker A:I can see when government overreaches and when it abandons us, and I don't need a party to tell me which is which.
Speaker A:The middle isn't mushy, it's mature.
Speaker A:It's where grown folks talk after the children finish arguing.
Speaker A:And I hope I'm not alone, but I worry that I am.
Speaker A:So what do you think?
Speaker A:Let me know on jamesabrown.net or on that note.
Speaker A:I'm James A.
Speaker A:Brown and as always, be well.
